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Patrick Willse

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Guitar learning materials by Patrick
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Private lessons - Patrick Willse

Bachelors degree

$33

/ hour

About your guitar teacher

Hello, I am Patrick Willse and I am an active professional performing and recording multi-instrumentalist based in Asheville, North Carolina. I have been teaching guitar and electric bass for the past 15 years, I am more than capable of teaching all aspects of Guitar, Bass, Music Theory. Specializing in classical and flamenco fingerstyle technique and slap bass technique, I can share my expertise with all ages and skill levels, from children to adults, beginners to advanced players alike. I teach a wide variety of styles of music, Classical, Rock, Blues and more with a focus toward reading notation and understanding theory, scales, and modes in the language of Jazz. With a particular eye toward a student based teaching style, I craft my lessons toward each students' wants, goals, and needs. Let's strum our way to musical excellence together!

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Fun and relaxed guitar classes

90% Students enjoy learning without feeling pressured

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Boosts confidence in shy learners

88% parents notice improved self-esteem and stage presence

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Customized guitar classes for every level

Beginners to advanced players feel the pace suits their needs

Guitar lessons overview

I specialize in teaching guitar and bass to a diverse range of hundreds of students, ranging from children to adults of every skill level. I rely on a student-based teaching approach which incorporates the creative application of music theory and reading to foster a stronger relationship between the student and this beautiful thing that is music. I personalize lesson instruction using tech tools like DAWs, notation, and chord diagram apps to enhance learning both online and offline. My tailored curriculum follow IB standards, ensuring a comprehensive musical education. My methodology strength lies in creative yet practical application, fostering a deep understanding of music, and nurturing the lifelong passion for playing guitar or bass. I strongly believe that the concepts of patience, practice, and persistence are key to learning any instrument and cultivate the difference between practice and play.

Your guitar teacher specialities

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Guitar for beginners

Strumming and Picking Techniques icon

Strumming and Picking Techniques

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Chord Progressions

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Guitar Techniques

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Chords and Rhythms

International Baccalaureate (IB) icon

International Baccalaureate (IB)

Common Core State Standards - CCSS (USA) icon

Common Core State Standards - CCSS (USA)

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Songs and Repertoire

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Guitar concept taught by Patrick

Max learned about 20 hours ago

On July 24, 2025, Max Guillet and Patrick Willse had a guitar lesson where they discussed arpeggios, scales, chord-scale relationships, chord inversions, and modes (Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, etc.). Patrick emphasized rote practice for improvisation and planned to send Max modal exercises. Max also expressed interest in piano and hybrid picking.

Chord Inversions

Hybrid Picking

Arpeggios

Mixolydian Mode

Dorian Mode

Ionian Mode

Modes

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Max learned 8 days ago

Patrick and Max discussed music theory concepts related to guitar playing, including modes, relative pitch, and key differences. Max shared his experience practicing with a chart and his confusion regarding E minor versus E flat major. Patrick plans to provide Max with the complete chart to further their understanding of harmony.

Relative Pitch

Harmony and Chord Construction

Keys and Capos

Modes and Ionian

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Erskine learned 10 days ago

Patrick taught Erskine about the relationships between intervals, chords, arpeggios, and modes on the guitar, focusing on practical application and fretboard understanding. Erskine practiced different arpeggio fingerings and modes within the G major scale. Erskine will practice arpeggios and modes, focusing on learning the notes, and they will resume lessons in two weeks.

Intervals

Music Theory Simplicity

Fretboard Patterns

Modes

Arpeggios

Chord Extensions

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Eddie learned 10 days ago

Eddie Schwartz and Patrick Willse discussed music theory concepts related to blues and jazz guitar playing. Patrick explained turnarounds, chord construction, and the differences between major and minor blues scales. They also covered the A shape chord form, inversions, and pentatonic boxes, with Patrick assigning homework to practice applying these concepts.

Major vs. Minor

Pentatonic Scales and Chord Changes

Major Blues Scale

Chord Inversions

12-Bar Blues Turnarounds

Connecting Tails to Heads

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Scott learned 15 days ago

Patrick gave Scott a guitar lesson focused on improving chord changes and rhythm, using the Cranberries' "Zombie" as a practice piece. They worked on new chords, strumming patterns, and techniques for smoother transitions, including alternative fingerings and the "Kurt Cobain trick." Patrick assigned exercises and resources for practice and will provide a Google Drive folder with transcriptions and materials, with a follow-up lesson scheduled for next week.

Rhythm Basics

Strumming Patterns

Chord Voicings

Ties

Chord Changes

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Erskine learned 17 days ago

Patrick gave Erskine a guitar lesson that included a review of blues progressions and an introduction to major and minor 7th chords in G major. Erskine also received guidance on adjusting his guitar's action to reduce string rattle and learned a basic finger-picking exercise. Patrick assigned sheet music for the chord drills and suggested Erskine practice finger-picking instead of using a pick for the week.

Relative Finger Position

Chord Progressions in a Key

Finger-style Picking

Dominant 7th Chords

Guitar Action Adjustment

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Types of guitar lessons

Guitar

Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic Guitar

Electric Guitar

Electric Guitar

Classical Guitar

Classical Guitar

Bass Guitar

Bass Guitar

Free lesson slots

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Teaching tools used in guitar classes

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DAWs

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Looping Pedals

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PDF Sheet Music

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Guitar Tuner Apps

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Backing Track Libraries

Student types for guitar lessons

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Adults

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Beginners

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Kids

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Intermediate

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Advanced

Interactive guitar lessons

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Record lessons

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Note taking

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Parent feedback

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Mobile joining

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Open Q&A

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